Bangladesh, Feb. 26 -- US President Donald Trump has signaled his openness to a rare earth minerals deal with Russia, following an offer from President Vladimir Putin. The proposal, announced by Putin on February 24, suggests that Moscow is willing to collaborate with Washington in developing mineral deposits in Russian-controlled territories, including Donetsk, Lugansk, Kherson, and Zaporozhye. Trumps response, delivered at the White House on February 26, indicates a growing interest in securing these strategic resources, potentially marking a major shift in US-Russia economic relations.

Rare earth minerals are critical for a variety of industries, including defense, technology, and energy. The US has long been dependent on imports for ...